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Udawalawe Safari

Hundreds of wild elephants and a heartwarming transit home visit.

Yala, Sri Lanka Full Day From $120 per guest Daily
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★★★★★ 4.9 · 100 Reviews

Overview

A nature-filled day tour to Udawalawe National Park. Go on a private jeep safari to see hundreds of wild elephants and visit the Elephant Transit Home to watch baby elephants being fed.

DurationFull Day
AvailabilityDaily
Price$120 USD
CategoryWildlife
GuideDriver Guide (EN)
GroupPrivate Tour

Tour Highlights

Private jeep safari in Udawalawe
Elephant Transit Home feeding session
Spotting deer, water buffaloes, and eagles
Experienced driver/guide

Tour Schedule

06:00 AM — Hotel Pickup

Early departure from Udawalawe, Ella, or Tissamaharama area.

07:00 AM — Morning Safari

Private jeep safari — elephants, deer, water buffalo, and eagles.

10:00 AM — Elephant Transit Home

Watch orphaned calves being bottle-fed at the rehabilitation centre.

11:30 AM — Second Safari Drive

Extended game drive covering reservoir and grassland habitats.

01:00 PM — Lunch

Local lunch near the park.

03:00 PM — Return Transfer

Drive back to your hotel.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What's Included

  • Private 4x4 safari jeep with driver
  • Licensed English-speaking driver guide
  • Hotel pickup & drop-off
  • Elephant Transit Home visit coordination
  • Bottled water during the tour

What's Excluded

  • Udawalawe National Park entrance fees
  • Safari jeep hire fees (payable at park)
  • Elephant Transit Home donation (optional)
  • Lunch & tips

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Guest Reviews

Johnathan K.
🇦🇺 Australia
★★★★★

"Our day tour was exceptionally well managed. The driver guide was punctual, spoke fluent English, and gave us fantastic insights. An absolutely unforgettable experience!"

Clara M.
🇩🇪 Germany
★★★★★

"Perfect for travellers already in Colombo. Direct booking was simple and the private car was super comfortable. Highly recommend Avondora!"

Priya S.
🇮🇳 India
★★★★★

"Exceeded every expectation. The guide was incredibly knowledgeable and the scenery was breathtaking. Will definitely book again on our next Sri Lanka trip!"

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